In November, <a href="http://www.smpldesignstudio.com/" target="_blank">SMPL Design Studio</a> began installation of its latest prefab project in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. It was -16° C out, and workers had to crane into place four modules for the <a href="http://www.smpldesignstudio.com/yk-duplex-2.html" target="_blank">YK Duplex 2</a>. Had this been a traditional construction project though, workers would have been out in the cold for months rather than a couple days. The project was recently finished and boasts a super-insulated wall assembly, triple-paned windows and a rooftop solar system, all of which earned it a score of 82 through Canada's <a href="http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/residential/new-homes/upgrade-packages/4998" target="_blank">EnerGuide rating system</a>.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

The YK Duplex 2 was constructed by <a href="http://www.smplymod.com/" target="_blank">SMPLy Mod Prefab Homes</a> in their factories North of Edmonton, Alberta.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

Design was handled by their sister company <a href="http://www.smpldesignstudio.com/" target="_blank">SMPL Design Studio</a> and developed by <a href="http://www.modhomedevelopments.com" target="_blank">ModHome</a>.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

The four modules were constructed inside in a controlled climate before being trucked to Yellowknife where they were installed in below freezing conditions.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

Prefab construction allows homes to be well-built in harsh climates by reducing time spent outdoors.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

After the four modules were installed, finishing crews were inside working to complete the interior.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

The duplex features 2 homes, each 1,200 sq ft with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

Like their other prefab home, this duplex is energy efficient and achieved a score of 82 through Canada's <a href="http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/residential/new-homes/upgrade-packages/4998" target="_blank">EnerGuide rating system</a>, which helps the homeowners reduce their utility bills for a reduction of 40-55% compared to other homes.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

The homes are powered in part by a 2.6 kw solar system on the roof and makes use of a 95.4% efficient propane furnace, on demand gas hot water heaters and heat recovery ventilators.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

The exterior is finished with zero maintenance materials and the floors are sustainably grown, harvested and manufactured bamboo.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

The upstairs kitchen.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

The kitchen leads to an upstairs deck.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

Kitchen and open floor plan living room.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

Stairs leading down to the bedrooms.

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Yellowknife Duplex 2-SMPL Design Studio

In November, SMPL Design Studio began installation of its latest prefab project in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. It was -16° C out, and workers had to crane into place four modules for the YK Duplex 2. Had this been a traditional construction project though, workers would have been out in the cold for months rather than a couple days. The project was recently finished and boasts a super-insulated wall assembly, triple-paned windows and a rooftop solar system, all of which earned it a score of 82 through Canada's EnerGuide rating system.